#9FAA97 Hex Color
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A dusty, muted lime, #9faa97 reads like a faded natural green. Because it carries significant grey undertones, the color feels grounded and dependable rather than energetic. It works well as a supporting neutral or background shade in organic brand identities. Use black text for optimal readability, as this color offers excellent contrast. Designers find that #9faa97 pairs cleanly with slate greys for a sophisticated, modern palette.
Questions about #9faa97
What is #9faa97 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9faa97 is rgb(159, 170, 151), in HSL hsl(95, 10%, 63%) and in CMYK 6%, 0%, 11%, 33%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #9faa97?
Is #9faa97 considered a warm or cool green?
#9faa97 leans toward a cool, desaturated green due to its significant grey undertones. It lacks the vibrancy of a true lime, making it feel more like a dried botanical or sage-adjacent shade that remains calm and restrained in digital layouts.
Is #9faa97 readable on white or black?
#9faa97 has a 2.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.67:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.